A Hand-picked List of Denver Events

Urban adventures are at your feet when you stay at Hotel Monaco Denver. Our downtown hotel is ideally located for the best the Mile High City has to offer. Surrounded by top Colorado attractions and steps from favorite Denver destinations, our boutique hotel is the perfect high-style home base.

Check out the great upcoming events listed below. See our Live Like a Local recommendations. For all this and more, Hotel Monaco's concierge is happy to assist with details and directions. To contact our concierge, please call (303) 294-3020 or email concierge@monaco-denver.com.

May

Mammoths & Mastodons - Titans of the Ice Agethrough May 27th - Denver Museum of Nature & Science Learn how these awe-inspiring mammals survived for millennia by exploring exhibits such as Tusks and Trunks, Growing Up in the Heard, and Colorado's very own Ice Age Discovery at Snowmass Village.

Sense and SensibilityMay 5th - 26th May 26th - Buell TheatreSee the world premiere of the musical of Jane Austin's trademark famous novel, Sense and Sensibility.

Colfax MarathonMay 19thWhether you're running or cheering on these ambitious athletes, the Monaco Denver, only 10 blocks away from Colfax, is the perfect place to stay.

John CaparuloMay 22nd - May 26th - Comedy WorksSpend the evening laughing until you cry with John Caparulo, who appears on the Chelsea Lately show.

Memorial Day WeekendDenver is filled with exciting events this Memorial Day weekend; Hotel Monaco is the perfect place to get away for a few days. Enjoy the weather and attend one of the many festivals going on, including the Downtown Denver Arts Festival and the Denver Day of Rock. Head to Golden for a day hike or watch the parade in Civil Center Park. Spend the evening watching the Colorado Rapid's take on Chivas USA or listening to the Colorado Symphony in The Rite of Spring performance. For more ideas see Visit Denver or call our concierge (303) 294-3020; book your stay now.

Denver PrideFestJune 15th - and 16th - Civic Center ParkThe Denver PrideFest is now the 4th largest pride festival in the country. Come celebrate with DJs, dancing, food and more.

Cherry Blossom FestivalJune 22nd and 23rdA celebrations of Japanese culture on Lawrence street, just block from Hotel Monaco, featuring music, entertainment, food and a sake and beer garden.

July

4th of July WeekendThere's a lot to do in Denver over this four day weekend. Enjoy strolling through the streets of Cherry Creek North while discovering spectacular local artists and indulging in local food during the Cherry Cherry Arts Festival. Attend one of the concerts at Red Rocks: Michael Franti, Blues Travelers and the Avett Brothers make up this year's line up. Watch the Rockies take on the Dodgers, complete with fireworks at Coors Field or the Colorado Rapids take on the New York Red Bulls at Dick's Sporting Goods Park. Book your 4th of July weekend stay now.

Christopher Titus - July 11th - 13th - Comedy WorksActor and comedian, Christopher Titus, once known for this series on FOX, has three stand-up shows in Denver planned for mid-June.

Cirque du Soleil  Amaluna July 18th - August 11th - Pepsi CenterCirque du Soleil newest touring show is an acrobatics masterpiece about of a love story taking place on mysterious island of goddness.

Denver Summer Brews FestivalJuly 26th - Mile High StationColorado is known for its craft beer and now you don't have to go far to sample it. Taste over 125 brews from some of the best local breweries. During this festival enjoy the live music and local food while sipping on your favorite brew.

August

Solheim CupAugust 12th - Colorado Golf ClubThe best American and European golfers compete in the biennial golf tournament for professional women, Solheim Cup, in Parker, Colorado.

16th Street Fair August 16th - 17thOver this weekend, 16th street, just one block from Hotel Monaco, will be full of emerging artists and designers, producing original and unique handmade goods.

The Dave Matthews Band August 23rd - 24th - Dicks Sporting Goods ParkDave Matthews Band returns to Colorado with Snoop Dogg for two performances.

Denver Bronco'sAugust 24th - Sports Authority FieldGet ready for football season - watch the Denver Bronco's take on the St Louis Rams in this preseason home game.

USA Pro ChallengeAugust 25th - City Park & Civic Center ParkThe final stage of this seven day cycling race starts and finished in downtown Denver. Come down to Civil Center Park to see the winner. The Denver Monaco and Sky Hotel in Aspen are offering special rates to cycling enthusiastic in town to watch the USA Pro Challenge.

Labor Day weekendWine down the summer with a weekend getaway to downtown Denver. Stroll over to the Taste of Colorado festival at Capital Park and indulge in food from different local food trucks and restaurants. Watch the Rockies take on the Reds or the Dodgers at Coors Field.

Throughout Summer

Colorado Rockies - Coors FieldHead over to Coors Field and watch our favorite baseball team, the Rockies, take on yours.

Colorado Shakespeare FestivalJune 7th - August 11thThis season's festival includes performances of "A Midsummer Night's Dream", "Macbeth", and "Women of Will". Check the schedule to see what is playing while you're in town.

Colorado Renaissance Festival June 8th - July 23rdFlash back to the 16th Century and journey through this a medieval city. See armored knights and jousting competitions, stroll thought the marketplace, enjoy live music and indulge in tasty turkey legs and more exotic food.

Red Rocks Concerts and Film on the RocksSee one of your favorite bands or musicians at this famous outdoor amphitheatre. The Red Rocks are beautiful so, go early to hike around and tailgate before the show. Every Wednesday night watch blockbuster entertainment on the big screen.

Southwest Movies at Skyline ParkJuly 6th - August 24thEvery Saturday evening watch a free, family-friendly movie under the stars in Skyline Park in downtown Denver, just two block from Hotel Monaco.

Colorado Sculptures at the Denver Botanic GardensIf the flowers gardens weren't eye catching enough, throughout the summer twelve artists' works are featured in the Denver Botanic Gardens.